1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Impala | Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |